Fabia vRS Tyres.

vRS19TD · 10-05-2006, 12:00

I know there's been thread after thread about tyres and i have searched through them to get some ideas but i thought i'd throw up a quick poll to see the favoured tyres on the Fabia vRS.

I've only got a limited amount, so please feel free to add any others into the thread itself and i'll add a few 'Others' options for different tyre companies.

I'm after the normal Fabia vRS size - 205/45 R16 83W

MikeW · 10-05-2006, 12:02

Happy with the Michelins, no probs

jonny boy · 10-05-2006, 12:05

My Bridgestone Turanzas seem OK (if a little harsh)
Suppose they'll last for ages as I've now done 8k and they don't look in the slightest bit worn. (cos I drive slowly)

ag.morley · 10-05-2006, 12:07

Uniroyal Rain Masters....Ace in the Wet...At the moment i'm running Falken 512's....Great if it ain't Rainin'

flatfourburble · 10-05-2006, 12:07

where is the poll?

Mine is Toyo T1-R's

ag.morley · 10-05-2006, 12:08

[quote=flatfourburble]where is the poll?

It's been pinched so some Bird can Dance with it..................

MikeW · 10-05-2006, 12:14

Quote:

Originally Posted by flatfourburble

where is the poll?

Mine is Toyo T1-R's

If it's Graham Poll you're refereing too, isn't he going to the world cup soon?!

vRS19TD · 10-05-2006, 12:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by flatfourburble

where is the poll?

Mine is Toyo T1-R's

Poll posted after my work computer originally came up with the refresh page.

flatfourburble · 10-05-2006, 12:50

[quote=ag.morley]

Quote:

Originally Posted by flatfourburble

where is the poll?

It's been pinched so some Bird can Dance with it..................

did you catch that on film?

WW_VRS · 10-05-2006, 12:59

Site seemed to have grief again loading - several timeouts etc.

I've voted Conti Sport Contact IIs as when standard the car was fine with it, and they've lasted well on the rears in particular.

More grip needed now to put the power down so going for Goodyear Eagle F1 GSD3 this time, keeping the SC IIs as spare(s) though.

As always it all depends on what you're after. I bet the SCIIs last longer than the Eagles when you drive more sedately, but I thought I'd give the Eagles a shot this time around

MikeW · 10-05-2006, 13:04

I've just voted, but i'm worn out now, in fact i feel TYRED!

Boom, Boom!

vRS19TD · 10-05-2006, 13:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by WW_VRS

Site seemed to have grief again loading - several timeouts etc.

I've voted Conti Sport Contact IIs as when standard the car was fine with it, and they've lasted well on the rears in particular.

More grip needed now to put the power down so going for Goodyear Eagle F1 GSD3 this time, keeping the SC IIs as spare(s) though.

As always it all depends on what you're after. I bet the SCIIs last longer than the Eagles when you drive more sedately, but I thought I'd give the Eagles a shot this time around

To be honest, i'm leaning towards getting the Goodyear Eagle F1's as well. They seem like a decent tyre and are quite cheap compared to others. I'm after a tyre that can last and won't need replacing after 10000 miles really.

vRS19TD · 10-05-2006, 13:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeW

I've just voted, but i'm worn out now, in fact i feel TYRED!

Boom, Boom!

SkodaLover · 10-05-2006, 13:22

I replaced my originals Michelins (fronts) with Pirelli P Zeros and couldn't believe the difference they made to the car. I've gone through them now (18k), and have just ordered another 4, should be coming today!

Chris

Spanner · 10-05-2006, 16:53

Originally had the Michelins on all 4, changed two for Goodyear Eagle GSD2 which had miles more grip to them than the michelins but wore down a bit too quickly for my liking so there half-worn and on the back.

But am looking to try out the Continental-sportcontact2 on the front , when i get round to ordering them!

A right mix

**VRStu** · 10-05-2006, 17:49

What about Khumo's??

They seem to get good reviews - Just ordered one to go on my spare £58 fitted.

I'm a big fan of GY Eagle F1's but I've also been very impressed with Khumo's before.

nashchrs · 10-05-2006, 19:52

I've had both Goodyear Eagle F1's(on my gti-6) and Toyo Proxes T1-S.
The F1's were quite alot better in the wet but in the dry there was no noticable difference. Also f1's tread pattern looked better!!

Grant · 10-05-2006, 21:17

I use Marshall Matrax's

They were £55 each and much better than the OEM Michelins in everyway

Grant · 10-05-2006, 21:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by VRStu

What about Khumo's??

They seem to get good reviews - Just ordered one to go on my spare £58 fitted.

I'm a big fan of GY Eagle F1's but I've also been very impressed with Khumo's before.

I think they're the same as mine but branded different! excellent tyres.

vRS19TD · 11-05-2006, 08:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by nashchrs

I've had both Goodyear Eagle F1's(on my gti-6) and Toyo Proxes T1-S.
The F1's were quite alot better in the wet but in the dry there was no noticable difference. Also f1's tread pattern looked better!!

Bearing in mind that it's the summer coming up then, would you recommend the Goodyear Eagles as the better option for when/if it does rain if the Goodyears and the Toyos offer the same sort of grip in the dry?

WW_VRS · 11-05-2006, 09:25

So far the grip in the dry seems a little better BUT I'm not convinced the car handles better, must check the tyre pressures as it looks like it needs a little more.

walkie · 11-05-2006, 09:28

Pah! You need Kuhmo KU31's on that list, I am more than impressed with mine.

vRS19TD · 11-05-2006, 09:29

Quote:

Originally Posted by walkie

Pah! You need Kuhmo KU31's on that list, I am more than impressed with mine.

Do the Kuhmo KU31's wear out quickly and do they offer good grip in the wet and dry?

walkie · 11-05-2006, 09:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by vRS19TD

Do the Kuhmo KU31's wear out quickly and do they offer good grip in the wet and dry?

Can't comment on the wear, but the grip in the dry is fantastic, and the grip in pi55ing down rain is fantastic. Haven't had a drizzly day to try them yet, and hoping not to either

View Poll Results: Which Tyres???
Goodyear Eagle F1 GSD3	47	19.67%
Goodyear - Other - Please State Below	3	1.26%
Pirelli P Zero Nero	31	12.97%
Pirelli - Other - Please State Below	2	0.84%
Toyo Proxes T1-R	42	17.57%
Toyo - Other - Please State Below	1	0.42%
Continental Sport-Contact 2	38	15.90%
Continental - Other - Please State Below	2	0.84%
Dunlop SP9000	4	1.67%
Dunlop - Other - Please State Below	3	1.26%
Michelin Pilot Primacy	38	15.90%
Michelin - Other - Please State Below	7	2.93%
Bridgestone Turanza ER300	23	9.62%
Bridgestone - Other - Please State Below	0	0%
Firestone Firehawk SZ 80	0	0%
Firestone - Other - Please State Below	0	0%
Avon - Please State Below	1	0.42%
BF Goodrich - Please State Below	3	1.26%
Any Others - Please State Below	10	4.18%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 239. You may not vote on this poll

10-05-2006, 12:00	#1
vRS19TD Silver Fab vRS Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Stourbridge, West Midlands Posts: 1,873 Thanks: 99 Thanked 8 Times in 8 Posts	Fabia vRS Tyres. I know there's been thread after thread about tyres and i have searched through them to get some ideas but i thought i'd throw up a quick poll to see the favoured tyres on the Fabia vRS. I've only got a limited amount, so please feel free to add any others into the thread itself and i'll add a few 'Others' options for different tyre companies. I'm after the normal Fabia vRS size - 205/45 R16 83W __________________ John http://s77.photobucket.com/albums/j79/vRS19TD/ www.petrolprices.com For Cheap Fuel Prices in Your Area. http://www.myspace.com/vrs19td This is me, if you're interested. Also on Facebook. Last edited by vRS19TD; 10-05-2006 at 12:16.

10-05-2006, 12:02	#2
MikeW Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Midlands UK Posts: 1,506 Thanks: 9 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Fabia vRS Tyres. Happy with the Michelins, no probs

10-05-2006, 12:05	#3
jonny boy Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Cumbria Posts: 2,042 Thanks: 4 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Fabia vRS Tyres. My Bridgestone Turanzas seem OK (if a little harsh) Suppose they'll last for ages as I've now done 8k and they don't look in the slightest bit worn. (cos I drive slowly)

10-05-2006, 12:07	#4
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10-05-2006, 12:08	#6
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10-05-2006, 12:59	#10
WW_VRS Escorted Estate Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Oxfordshire/Berkshire Posts: 9,852 Thanks: 45 Thanked 81 Times in 71 Posts	Re: Fabia vRS Tyres. Site seemed to have grief again loading - several timeouts etc. I've voted Conti Sport Contact IIs as when standard the car was fine with it, and they've lasted well on the rears in particular. More grip needed now to put the power down so going for Goodyear Eagle F1 GSD3 this time, keeping the SC IIs as spare(s) though. As always it all depends on what you're after. I bet the SCIIs last longer than the Eagles when you drive more sedately, but I thought I'd give the Eagles a shot this time around __________________ WW --->> Project Journal (pic links in first post there) Lummox'/Ross thread on Unit18 Automotive progress on my car: here

10-05-2006, 13:04	#11
MikeW Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Midlands UK Posts: 1,506 Thanks: 9 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Fabia vRS Tyres. I've just voted, but i'm worn out now, in fact i feel TYRED! Boom, Boom!

10-05-2006, 13:22	#14
SkodaLover Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Essex & Norfolk Posts: 1,388 Thanks: 0 Thanked 9 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Fabia vRS Tyres. I replaced my originals Michelins (fronts) with Pirelli P Zeros and couldn't believe the difference they made to the car. I've gone through them now (18k), and have just ordered another 4, should be coming today! Chris __________________ Presently a JDM Honda Integra Type R (Pre-Facelift Championship White, Red Recaros + C Pack) Formally a Fabia vRS owner

10-05-2006, 16:53	#15
Spanner Briskodian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Mid Beds Posts: 423 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Fabia vRS Tyres. Originally had the Michelins on all 4, changed two for Goodyear Eagle GSD2 which had miles more grip to them than the michelins but wore down a bit too quickly for my liking so there half-worn and on the back. But am looking to try out the Continental-sportcontact2 on the front , when i get round to ordering them! A right mix __________________ Fabia vRS forunner to the Bentley Continental GT Briskoda - Skoda's illegitimate family Mods: Superchip, K&N filter, Eibach springs, FSD dampers, black front grille,

10-05-2006, 17:49	#16
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,715 Thanks: 138 Thanked 981 Times in 878 Posts	Re: Fabia vRS Tyres. What about Khumo's?? They seem to get good reviews - Just ordered one to go on my spare £58 fitted. I'm a big fan of GY Eagle F1's but I've also been very impressed with Khumo's before. __________________ Stu Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Interior Light Pack, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

10-05-2006, 19:52	#17
nashchrs Briskodian Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 92 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Fabia vRS Tyres. I've had both Goodyear Eagle F1's(on my gti-6) and Toyo Proxes T1-S. The F1's were quite alot better in the wet but in the dry there was no noticable difference. Also f1's tread pattern looked better!!

10-05-2006, 21:17	#18
Grant Briskodian Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Huddersfield Posts: 247 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts	Re: Fabia vRS Tyres. I use Marshall Matrax's They were £55 each and much better than the OEM Michelins in everyway __________________ 51 plate Silver 1.9TDI PD100 Comfort Not that special - but it ain't broken!

11-05-2006, 09:25	#21
WW_VRS Escorted Estate Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Oxfordshire/Berkshire Posts: 9,852 Thanks: 45 Thanked 81 Times in 71 Posts	Re: Fabia vRS Tyres. So far the grip in the dry seems a little better BUT I'm not convinced the car handles better, must check the tyre pressures as it looks like it needs a little more. __________________ WW --->> Project Journal (pic links in first post there) Lummox'/Ross thread on Unit18 Automotive progress on my car: here

11-05-2006, 09:28	#22
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